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Health

When the doc doesn't want to see you

Whenever you have reason to see a doctor, it’s likely that you just don’t see any by chance, unless it’s an emergency
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-03-22 09:30:00
The main drivers of self-taken medical samples are convenience and privacy. You do not need to make any appointments or wait out in never-ending queues within medical lab facilities
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-03-15 06:00:00
In a world where diets and lifestyles are constantly changing, maintaining an ideal weight can be challenging
By Ryan Kerubo 2024-03-14 11:30:00
There was a time when a large waistline was synonymous with wealth and well-being. But that's no longer the case. It's long been known that a large waistline is linked to several diseases
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-03-12 11:00:00
The list of medical conditions linked with alcohol is pretty long and includes liver disease, cancers and cardiovascular disease
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-03-08 06:00:00
Colds and flu are more prevalent during the rainy season. This is more so in children, the elderly and those who may have compromised immunity
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-03-05 10:00:00
From a health point of view, excessively hot weather can be linked with several diseases, which could be fatal at the extreme
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-03-01 06:00:00
Vaping appears to be safer than cigarette smoking. But, those who have never smoked or vaped shouldn’t get tempted to start either of the habits
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-02-29 08:00:00
Several factors increase the risk of getting UTIs including frequent sex, incomplete emptying of the bladder and other disease conditions like diabetes
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-02-26 08:00:00
It's easy to get carried away with strategies for your career, business, investments or whatever and take your health for granted. This would be a serious mistake in the long run
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-02-20 06:00:00
“I was so scared, during the whole pregnancy, even at 9 months I was still scared, thinking I might lose the baby. But I finally went home with my baby girl.”
By Rosa Agutu 2024-02-16 06:00:00
Not only does contraception prevent unwanted pregnancies, but there are also many other health benefits accrued from some contraceptive methods
By Dr Alfred Murage 2024-02-15 10:00:00